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Posting Number: req21019

Department: Civil Arch Engr and Mechanics

Location: Main Campus

Address: 1209 E. 2nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

The Center for Applied Transportation Sciences (CATS) in the College of Engineering is seeking motivated applicants to fill a Research Engineer position.

The successful applicant will work with providing data analysis in multiple research areas, including but not limited to, intelligent transportation systems, transportation planning, smart mobility, big data analytics, large-scale transportation system simulation and analysis, transportation safety analysis, and/or traffic operations. This position will also work with writing grant proposals and coordinating administrative processes.

We are seeking a well-rounded, motivated and enthusiastic individual with experience in transportation data collection methods and technologies. This individual should be detailed-oriented, conscientious, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

CATS is a college-level research center established at the University of Arizona (UArizona) founded in 2021. CATS' mission is to serve as a research, training, and capacity-building resource for regional governments, educational institutions, and private sectors in the field of Smart Communities. The research areas include but are not limited to Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO), transportation system performance management, and Mobility on Demand (MOD).

This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with research and data engineering by analyzing data using advanced analytical skills in different areas.
• Help to design appropriate methods for research by collaborating and communicating with scientists and investigators in the ongoing studies.
• Under the supervision of Dr. Wu (and/or Dr. Ryan), assist with summarizing and interpreting data and results.
• Participate with process improvements for the research.
• Support management of the sponsored research project by helping to coordinate administrative processes.
• Coordinate with research sponsors on the agenda and timeline of engineering experiments.
• Contribute to publishing the developed methods by presenting the research outcomes at local and national conferences, as well as other outreach activities focused on the CATs Center's research.
• Assist with preparing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
• Conduct literature reviews and prepare summaries of preliminary findings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of transportation engineering topics, such as traffic operations, pavement, safety, etc.
• Skilled at advanced computer programming.
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with both technical and non-technical personnel at different levels in the organization.
• Knowledge of research data management, and/or research data lifecycle.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Proficient with developing and using traffic simulation and digital twins.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (M.S. or PhD) in Civil Engineering or related field of study.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Experience in transportation data collection methods and technologies.
• Experience working with big data and building artificial intelligence models.
• Experience with connected vehicles and traffic operations.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $53,039 - $66,299

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

7

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The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$53039

Grade Range Midpoint

$66299

Grade Range Maximum

$79558

Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Researchers & Scientists

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 2

Contact Information for Candidates

Dr. Yao-Jan Wu

Professor, Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics

yaojan@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

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